If you are researching non-surgical ways to reduce a stubborn pocket of fat in Northern Ireland, two names come up often: fat dissolving injections and CoolSculpting. They aim for a similar goal but work in very different ways. Here is a clear comparison to help you understand the difference.
What are fat dissolving injections?
Fat dissolving injections, such as Aqualyx and Lemon Bottle, use a solution injected directly into a small pocket of fat. The solution breaks down the fat cells, which the body then naturally processes and clears over the following weeks. They are designed for small, targeted areas such as under the chin.
What is CoolSculpting?
CoolSculpting is a brand of cryolipolysis, or “fat freezing”. Instead of injections, it uses a device that cools targeted fat to a temperature that damages the fat cells, which the body then gradually clears. It tends to be used for slightly larger areas and requires specialist machinery.
The key differences
The main differences come down to how they work and what they suit. Fat dissolving is injectable, well suited to small, precise areas like the chin and jawline, and usually needs a short course of sessions. Fat freezing is a device-based treatment often used for larger areas. Both are non-surgical, both work gradually over weeks, and neither is a weight-loss solution: they refine stubborn areas in people who are already close to their target weight.
Which is right for you?
For small, stubborn, well-defined areas, fat dissolving injections are often the more precise and convenient option. The best way to know what suits your goals is an honest consultation where the area can be assessed properly.
Fat dissolving at Skin Complete
At Skin Complete Medical Aesthetics in Newry, we offer medically-led fat dissolving injections using Aqualyx and Lemon Bottle for small, stubborn areas. We do not offer CoolSculpting, but we are always happy to give you honest advice about whether fat dissolving is right for you.
Frequently asked questions
Are the results permanent? Once fat cells are removed they do not return, but maintaining a stable weight is important to preserve the result.
How many sessions will I need? Most people need a short course of fat dissolving treatments, confirmed at consultation.
Book a free consultation
To find out whether fat dissolving is right for you, contact Skin Complete Medical Aesthetics in Newry.